GI Diet Advice About Whole Grains

Grains on a Healthy GI Diet

Most whole grains have a low GI value as
their natural fiber and germ is still intact, thus making it difficult
for digestive enzymes to break it down into glucose. Whole grains consist
of the entire grain seed (the kernel) which is made of three components
- the bran, the germ, and the endosperm. However, refining and food processing
techniques applied to whole grain foods in order to make them "quick
cook" or "instant" varieties can raise their GI value considerably,
as it strips away much of their fiber and converts them into refined grains.
So, as a rule of thumb, the best grains for a healthy GI diet plan are
those that take longer to cook. This is the cost of achieving healthy
blood glucose levels.

Types of Grain To Avoid on a GI Diet Program

GI Diets and Dietary Health

Weight loss diets based on low-GI foods
help to keep blood sugar levels from rising too fast after meals and snacks.
Less glucose in the bloodstream causes the pancreas to secrete less insulin.
This combination of less blood glucose and less insulin helps to avoid
metabolic health problems such as pre-diabetes, hyperinsulinism and reduced
glucose tolerance.

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